United States Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee is facing intense backlash after reports revealed he secretly met with convicted US spy Jonathan Pollard at the US Embassy in Jerusalem in July, without notifying the White House or State Department. 

Jonathan Pollard, known for leaking highly classified U.S. intelligence to Israel, remains a contentious figure in the relationship between the two nations. The undisclosed meeting with former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has sparked outrage among key America First supporters.

Political analyst Saagar Enjeti criticized the encounter, stating, “U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee hosted Jonathan Pollard, a convicted spy for Israel, at the U.S. embassy in July.” In response, media personality Tucker Carlson expressed disbelief, labeling it as “shocking behavior from a United States ambassador” and questioning, “Will Huckabee provide an explanation?”

Journalist Max Blumenthal commented, “Jonathan Pollard was an Israeli spy who delivered significant amounts of U.S. intelligence secrets to Tel Aviv.” He further stated, “Pollard is now celebrating Israel’s ability to leverage the U.S. with nuclear weapons.” Blumenthal continued by noting, “Pollard claims to have met with U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee without the White House’s knowledge.”

Further escalating the outcry, former CIA officer John Kiriakou harshly criticized Huckabee’s conduct, warning that meeting Pollard off the books and without necessary authorization was “unforgivable.” Kiriakou argued that Huckabee should resign or be fired for breaching protocol and betraying American trust.

The revelation compounds growing unease within America First conservatives about officials perceived as prioritizing foreign loyalties over US interests. With the White House reportedly unaware of the meeting, questions mount about accountability at the highest levels of American diplomacy.

This incident is a stark reminder of the urgent need to remove Israel loyalists from positions entrusted with protecting America’s national security. The American people deserve ambassadors who serve the interests of the United States, not foreign governments or controversial spies. Until those responsible are held to account, credibility and trust in US foreign policy will continue to erode.